Executive Chef / Food & Beverage Director

Royal Gorge Route Railroad

Canon City, CO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$130,000–$150,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Budget Management, Cook Dishes, Cost Control, Culinary Operations, Food and Beverage Industry, Leadership, Menu Development, Restaurant, Sanitation, Staff Training
LOCATION
Canon City, CO
POSTED
1 day ago

Seeking an experienced Executive Chef / Food & Beverage Director to lead a new upscale-casual restaurant inside a historic mansion in Cañon City, Colorado, opening in 2026. This full-time, year-round role offers a starting salary of $130,000-$150,000, performance bonuses, comprehensive benefits, relocation support, and future equity opportunities.

You'll build and oversee all culinary operations, develop seasonal menus, recruit and train staff, manage budgets, and uphold high standards of sanitation and guest service. The position involves shaping a destination culinary program across multiple outlets, including private events and historic venues.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years as an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine, strong leadership, cost control expertise, and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences in a historic, scenic setting. This is a unique opportunity to build something extraordinary from the ground up.

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Royal Gorge Route Railroad